Junior Researcher (f/m/d)
(full-time - 40 hours per week)
for our Behavior Research Program, starting 1 September 2025. In the Behavior Program, we combine theory from economics, political science, and psychology with innovative quantitative methodologies to study human behavior and policy interventions in fragile and conflict-affected contexts. The Junior Researcher will primarily contribute to the Program’s research on societal challenges in Kyrgyzstan drawing on new longitudinal data from our Life in Kyrgyzstan study.
Managing, matching and analyzing quantitative micro-level data;
Supporting literature review work;
Contributing to publications in leading academic journals; and
Supporting research projects with several partner organizations.
Have an excellent Master’s degree in a social science;
Bring strong skills in statistical analysis in R, Stata, or similar software;
Have gained experience working in and on fragile and conflict-affected settings;
Have an open-minded and proactive approach to conducting research; and
Demonstrate excellent written and oral English-language skills (additional knowledge of Kyrgyz and/or Russian is desirable, but not necessary).
Work on pressing global challenges with interesting partners, donors, and networks;
A diverse, creative and collaborative working environment in the center of Berlin;
A one-year contract with remuneration at a monthly gross salary of 3,241 EUR;
A flexible work model, incl. the opportunity to work from abroad for 3 weeks per year; and
30 days of annual leave and additional days off on 24 and 31 of December.
Please apply! Via the respective fields on our website you can upload your CV and a short cover letter (maximum one page) explaining why you would be a great fit for this position. The final deadline for applications is 3 August 2025, though interviews may be held as applications are received. We kindly ask candidates to refrain from proactively asking for updates on their application.
We are looking forward to hearing from you soon!
